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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, 3-minute walk to Union Square

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Close to Union Square and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel provides a library, laundry facilities, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 261
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

Room options

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Private Queen Room Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Private Queen Room Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Private Economy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Private Twin Room Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Private Twin Room Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
312 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oracle Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lombard Street - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 2 min drive
  • Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop - 2 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hinodeya - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pinecrest Diner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Halal Guys - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bartlett Hall - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gong CHA - ‬1 min walk

About this property

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

Hostel near Moscone Convention Center
Close to Union Square and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel provides a library, laundry facilities, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Multilingual staff, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A foosball table, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A water dispenser, ATM/banking services, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 99 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • Housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 35 per night)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 10 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 35 per night(82 ft away; open 24 hours)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hi Francisco Hostel Francisco
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel San Francisco
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

As of 13 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel on 23 November 2025 start from $82.79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel located?

Located in Union Square, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Union Square, Moscone Convention Center, and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and Embarcadero Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop and Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 240 out of 362 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 362 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 362 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 362 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 362 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the vibe, great people, really great feel to the whole hostel. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a blast staying here! Super easy to walk to from Powell Station, full kitchen to cook and store food, and everyone was super nice. Definitely will be back again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hostel
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fendika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good common spaces! A lot of people stay here, so expect fellow dormers. Front desk staff are kind. Cafe next door gives a 10% discount if you tell them you stay at the hostel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's the nicest hostel I've ever stayed in. The exterior was under renovation as well as the elevator during our stay, but I wouldn't hold that against them. It was perfectly fine accommodations for a few nights.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Parmida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would come again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

LIU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant old building with tons of character situated in the heart of the TL. The staff is friendly and helpful and the facilities are clean and well kept. Will be staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Enoch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
accessibility and very dedicated and understanding staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming

I have stayed here 2x and having stayed at another hostel in SF this is the one I'd recommend. It's so clean and comfortable, with a great lounge and kitchen and lots of friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alexa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t like the staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

You

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staffs are very good, but kitchen table is sticky
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

TORU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhengxin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First stay at a hostel. Not bad.

Only needed a clean room to stay in for the night after seeing a late show. I was there for check in and then back around 2am to sleep. I had a top bunk, the bed was fine, no one was on bottom. A five minute walk from Bart. I was hoping for a better breakfast but it was very simple(I had toast with butter and jam,an apple, and some boiled eggs and coffee), but better than nothing. There's also a cafe/restaurant next door if you want something else. I would stay again for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was exactly as described. It was very clean and everything worked well. The room was a little dimly lit. It would have been nicer to have a brighter light. But overall the room was fine and the facility was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming Hostel

My friend and I each stayed in a private room with its own bath. I was pleasantly surprised with how large and comfortable the rooms were. The staff was very friendly, and the the communal areas were clean, and nicely decorated. I enjoyed mingling with the other guests, and although we didn’t take advantage of them, I thought it was great that the hostel offered events like pub crawls, and walking tours for the guests to socialize! If I had any criticism, it would be that I there was no way to control the temperature in the room. Overall, it was a great short stay, and I would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ma. Deborah J. Dela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My second stay here. The first stay was great, shared beds with 4 other girls, room was in the second floor, very nice, clean and quiet room, breakfast was substantial too. I was impressed, so on my second visit to SFO, I brought my daughter with me. Was given a 5th floor room, for 3 people, but only me and my daughter occupied it the whole 2-night stay. The room smelled of dirty, old and wet carpet. We arrived almost 12 midnight, and only had a day to tour the city, we didn’t ask for a room-change for it was a waste of time. I would still stay in this hostel the next visit, for it’s very near the Powell station and lots of connecting transportation to everything, but I’ll be sure to ask for a room change if the room smells.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yu Ki

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a private room for 2 nights. The toilet was clogged the second morning and we reported to the reception right away. At night the issue was not solved at all and worsened the next morning. We had to use the shared toilet outside the private room. Hostel staff is not friendly to solve the issue
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Akriti

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The dorm was smelly and the washroom was choked, full and disgusting. The elevator didn’t seem to work at all and I had to change to a private room with triple the price because of last minute inconvenience. I got the room 4 hours post my check in as the staff at reception didn’t know how to upgrade the booking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heinz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles gut
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025